Childcare Program Specialist honored as “Outstanding Graduate” in Oklahoma

Childcare Program Specialist, Dana Jo Stanton, was recently honored by her alma mater, Northwestern Oklahoma State University (NWOSU) as an Outstanding Graduate in the Humanitarian Division. At a ceremony on April 27, 2024, Dana Jo gave a speech about her time at NWOSU, her accomplishments since graduating, and more specifically her work with the Innovation Center fundraising and making a difference for children in Northwest and North Central Kansas.

The Childcare Program’s support of childcare providers in our service territory is vitally important as The Innovation Center takes strides in strengthening the area’s economy. Congratulations to Dana Jo Stanton on this recognition.

About Us

The Innovation Center provides economic and entrepreneurial assistance to businesses in rural Northwest Kansas. The private operating foundation serves 26 counties in the region with a variety of programs. By working with existing businesses or entrepreneurs throughout the coverage area with targeted programs, Innovation Center strives to reverse the outflow of people and businesses from Northwest Kansas. Through its current and future initiatives that extend resources to these businesses and entrepreneurs, Innovation Center hopes to increase population and to foster economic innovation in Northwest Kansas.

For more information about the Innovation Center and their services, visit nwkeici.org.